Business Controller - Fedrigoni Self Adhesive Germany

Role Purpose

We are looking for a high‑potential, hands‑on Business Controller to take full ownership of controlling and FP&A activities for Politape Group, a recently acquired group within the Fedrigoni Self‑Adhesives BU. This is a key role in a post‑acquisition environment where accuracy, speed, and continuous improvement are critical.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly closing, reporting, and variance analysis;
• Ensure accuracy and reliability of financial data (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow);
• Drive budgeting and forecasting processes;
• Perform deep‑dive analysis on margins, costs, and operational KPIs;
• Monitor and improve inventory and working capital;
• Support cash flow analysis and tracking;
• Work closely with plants and operations to ensure alignment between financials and industrial performance;
• Identify and implement improvements in tools, processes, and reporting quality.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in controlling, FP&A, or consulting;
• Experience in a fast‑paced or private equity environment is a strong plus;
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail;
• Hands‑on attitude: comfortable working on both transactional and analytical tasks;
• Proactive and motivated, with a continuous improvement mindset;
• Strong Excel / data skills (Power BI or similar tools is a plus);
• Fluent in English and German (Italian is a plus);
• Availability to travel frequently between HQ (Milan) and production sites in Germany.

Based in: Milan or Germany (Remagen / Cologne area)

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